Hi,

I purchased a new desktop computer to replace my old one. I would like to install the IDE hard drive from my old PC into my new PC that has only SATA connectors.


Any recommendations of reliable brands for the IDE to SATA adapter/converter that does not cost too much for what it's worth?


thank youYou might use a USB to PATA adapter.
Hi Geek,

Thanks for the suggestion, I've thought of that already but I'd rather STILL use an internal IDE to SATA converter solution.OK. Are you sure your motherboard does not have an IDE connection? Every motherboard I have owned always had at least one IDE connector. Even my SFF desktop has one for the CDROM.
EDIT: The adapter you want is on Amazon for under $20. No need to BUY a PCI card, the RIGHT adapter fits on the back of the IDE drive and uses the same power connector. Never use one, but Amazon is careful about selling junk. It is always good junk.
Be sure and SELECT if you want to an IDE drive or a SATA drive. The have both KINDS of adapters.
thank you Geek. I'll check out what Amazon offers.  Got one of these sitting in a drawer.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16816132012&Tpk=RC-215%20SATA%20controller%20card

If your new computer has a PCI slot, then this is available.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16815104214

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100007607%20600022626&IsNodeId=1&name=SATA%20%2f%20IDE